Whole Foods blocks along with Prime Now are among the most coveted blocks to get. They’re easier than logistics and the pay is better thanks to tips. Many drivers struggle to get these blocks and some have given up on it completely.
I was one of those drivers. I had given up on the competitive blocks because all of the mindless tapping becomes unbearable. It’s just not worth my time to tap all day for a little money when I can easily go and do logistics. After awhile delivering boxes takes it’s toll on a person, so I decided to roll up my sleeves and figure out how to capture those elusive Whole Foods pokemo.. I mean.. blocks.
My method isn’t really a secret. It’s actually quite easy. This post is for those who have given up hope, I’m here to tell you that it can be done!
How To
Full disclosure, this method involves using the Flex Utility app. If you’re not comfortable with that then you’ll have to find another way. I’m not about to stare at the phone screen for hours on end. Thankfully with Flex Utility I don’t have to. Since we’ll only be using two filters, this should work with Flex Utility free and Premium.
The Strategy
Get up as early as possible. For me if I really want the work it’s 5 AM. You may be thinking “Woah! that’s too early!”, exactly. Many other drivers will be thinking the same thing. This gives you a competitive edge. Get that coffee ready, get dressed and ready to work, then you can lay in bed half asleep and start tapping.
In Flex Utility set your station filters to the Whole Foods blocks you want. Set the hours filter to 2. That’s right, no 1 or 1.5 hour blocks. We only want the 2 hours, those pay the best. By narrowing down the blocks like this using Flex Utility filters you will have another competitive edge.
Think about it, while other drivers are attempting to accept any and every Whole Foods block that pops up, you’ll be solely focused on the 2hr blocks. No wasted time and missed opportunities going for those less paying, hardly worth it 1 hours.
Do Not Quit!
This is the key. Once you miss a block you may think it’s time to stop for awhile, NO! This is the prime time to keep tapping. If you miss a block that means someone else got it, and it’s very possible that the very same block will be forfeited. Once you miss a block start tapping even faster!
Take Note
Keep track of when desired blocks tend to drop. With Flex Utility the Block Log feature will help you immensely with this. Knowing when the blocks drop gives you a competitive edge and it’ll reduce mindless tapping time.
Whole Foods blocks tend to be very predictable, they drop at certain intervals throughout the day. Take note of this so you know when it’s time to tap like a crazy person and catch those blocks!
Simple
It doesn’t have to be difficult and frustrating to get the blocks you want, but it may take some time. The key is to develop a strategy and refine it. Give yourself every competitive edge you can think of.
In this strategy we give ourselves an edge by getting up earlier to start tapping than most people would, we narrow down our preferred block with Flex Utility filters, we keep track of when the blocks drop, and we tap even more rapidly when blocks are missed.
This strategy works consistently for me. I hope it may help some other drivers out there. Remember to continuously develop and refine your strategy. Don’t be a mindless tapper, be a dedicated and patient block slayer!
Appreciate it. Flex on and be safe.
